Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Head out to Cash Wise locations in Fargo and Moorhead tomorrow December 1 from 3:30-6:30 PM for the Taste of the Holidays! It's always fun to go and try out all the samples and pick up new recipes. There will also be pictures with Santa!

Cardstore.com is at it again today! Get 60% off cards and more, sitewide, plus FREE shipping when you use code CSSAVE605 at checkout.

If you haven't finished cards for the holidays, this is another great opportunity. It gets even better, though because Cardstore.com will not only ship them to you for FREE, they'll also stamps them for FREE! If you choose, they'll mail them right to your recipient as well!

If you're like me and you like to get a deal on cards, but can never find a deal on postage- upload your list here and save!

Depends Undergarments, 16 ct $5.48!
Use the $1.50 and $1 coupons from the 11/20 SS insert
Final price: as low as $3.98!According to CashWiseDelivers.com, it is the 6 ct that is on sale, but the printed ad clearly shows 16 ct. Ask at the store, they may agree to honor the advertised price on the larger pack!

Greek Gods Yogurt, 6 oz $1.49 (through 12/3)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.49

Argo Corn Starch or Baking Powder, 12-16 oz $1.38 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.35 and $0.30 printables
Or the $0.30 coupons from the 10/2, 10/23 and 11/6 SS inserts (will double to $0.60)
Final price: as low as $0.68!

Coffee Mate Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 10/30 RP insert (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Or the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

International Delight Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (Truckload Buy - end date unknown)
Use the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

If you have a smart phone, have you checked out Foursquare? I just found out about it a few weeks ago (thanks to John Trierweiler who introduced me to Foursquare during a TV interview!) and love it already!

Basically, install the FREE app on your phone and "check in" when you go to restaurants, stores and more. The part about it that I love is the coupons! Get unique coupons for some restaurants and retailers through Foursquare that can be applied to your order once you've "checked in" on your phone!

Just today Cash Wise mentioned on their Facebook page that they are running a Foursquare special through 12/11: Buy One, Get One FREE Doritos! So, to get the deal:

Install the Foursquare app on your smart phone and "check in" on Foursquare next time you visit Cash Wise. (You'll know a business is running a Foursquare special if there is an orange box that says "special" next to it on the list.)

Once you've check in you'll unlock the special. Just show your phone to the cashier to get the deal!

Have you used Foursquare? If so, what are your favorite specials around town?

Plus, if you're new to Eversave, sign up here and get a $3 credit to use toward your first deal! With the promo code that's only $4 for $20 worth at Overstock.com with FREE shipping!

Update: It appears that save credits can't be used to purchase this deal, nor can you use the promo code. If you're a new Eversave member, you'll still earn the account credit, you just can't use it on this deal. Still a great deal at $10 for $20 to spend and FREE shipping!

Yet another HOT deal on this Cyber Monday! This one on a tablet - on lots of people's lists this year. Head to Plum District where you can snag a 7" tablet for $77.40 with promo code CYBER40! This is incredible as the retail value is said to be $399!

These have sold out quickly each time they've been available, so hurry if you hope to snag one!

Remember the great Vitacost deal I posted about a week ago? Well, if you haven't signed up yet, tonight is a great time as you'll not only get a $10 account credit, but Vitacost is also offering FREE shipping today only on orders of $25 or more! You can choose $25 worth of products and get it for around $15 shipped right to your door!

Vitacost carries all kinds of drugstore items, plus thousands of organic, natural and specialty foods! I guarantee you can find something to spend the FREE $10 credit on! (If you don't want to spend more tonight to get FREE shipping, there is a normal flat rate of around $5 on any order.)

In case you have items still on your Cyber Monday list, be sure to check out Amazon.com's Cyber Monday page, where you'll find the best deals on Electronics, Toys, and more! Lots of these days will be available through the week, too!

I love inexpensive magazine subscriptions as gifts! Just buy a newsstand copy of the magazine to give as the "gift" when you can tell the recipient that the real gift is a year's worth! These are awesome prices, remember they are only available today!

Cardstore is offering another great deal on cards today! The first 100,000 holiday cards sold today at Cardstore.com are only $0.49! Even more exciting, every order includes FREE shipping or a FREE stamp! If you have several people on your Christmas card list, you can even upload a CSV file to import your contacts! If you count the cost of the stamp on each card, that is like getting each card for only $0.11!

Update: Use code WELCOME30 to save an additional 30%! It's like getting the cards for only $0.35, stamped AND shipped!!

The offer is only good for the first 100,00 cards so hurry to order yours! I've been working on my Christmas card at Cardstore and am hoping to get in on this deal today, too!

Cash Wise is running a nice Cyber Monday deal today only! Buy $100 in Cash Wise gift cards and get a bonus $10 gift card! Plus, send the gift card as a gift if you'd like right when you order. Shipping is FREE!

This would be a great way to stretch your grocery budget. For example, if you know you'll spend $100 at Cash Wise this month (or this week), buy the gift card today and get rewarded with 10% extra! Great deal! Limit 1 per person.

I just learned about Unglued when I asked what readers favorite small businesses were over the weekend on the FM Cheapskate Facebook page. Thanks Kim for sharing! I'm a paper crafter, card maker and scrapbooker at heart and used to run my own Etsy shop, so this is right up my alley. I am so excited to check it out this holiday season, and now for even less with this Save Coin deal!

Black Friday has come and gone... It's time for Cyber Monday! Lots of retailers will be offering special deals and FREE shipping offers good on Monday (and some even throughout the week!).

Get an even better deal on most of your online shopping by shopping through cash back sites, like Ebates and Shop at Home!

When you click through Ebates or Shop at Home to get to the merchant's website, you'll earn cash back on your purchases! Just search for the retailer you're looking for and click through. When your cash back accrues, you'll receive it in the form or a check or paypal deposit (whichever you choose at sign up).

Just for joining Ebates, earn a $10 gift card to Target, Barnes and Noble, Home Depot, Magazines.com or $5 cash in your Ebates account after your first $25 or more purchase!

Plus, Cyber Monday is an excellent time to get started using cash back sites, because Ebates and Shop at Home are both offering double cash back today on hundreds of retailers! For example shopping at Sears.com through Ebates was 2% cash back, but today it is 10%! On larger purchases, that really adds up fast!

Sunday, November 27, 2011

This deal is available through Sunday only, and has a limit of only 1 per person. OfficeMax.com carries lots of everyday essentials like paper, ink, K-cups (not so much an essential unless you own a Keurig :), memory sticks and even paper products for your home! Can't go wrong with 50% any of those items!

Of course, if you are new to LivingSocial, sign up here then choose Washington D.C. to purchase the deal! (Even though this is being offered through the D.C. page, the fine print clearly states that this voucher can be used at any Office Max location.)

Thursday, November 24, 2011

I'm sure there are several more, but I tried to pick out some of the best local Black Friday specials in town. If I've missed any great deals, leave us a comment!

Save Coin:Save Coin is going to be offering up 6 exciting deals Friday morning and they will have very limited availability, so stay tuned to Save Coin for the deals!

West Acres
There are now 33 stores opening at midnight. The first 100 people to check in on Facebook starting at 11:30 PM will get a $20 Mall Gift Card!

Herberger's
Check your Herberger's ad from today's Fargo Forum for a $10 off any $10 of more purchase coupon! Valid from midnight tonight through 1 PM Friday!

My Best Friend's Closet:
-15% off all Merchandise Friday & Saturday
-First 20 people in the door on Friday get a $10 Gift card
-10% off all gift cards! (not valid day of purchase)

Maxwell's
MAXWELLS doors open at 10am on Friday. Gift card special good only on Black Friday!
Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive a $25 promo card...so $100 in gift cards=$50 in promo cards, $500 in gift cards=$250 in promo cards and $1000 in gift cards=$500 in gift cards.

Food Club Cream Cheese, 8 oz Block $0.98 with Cash Wise in store coupon (Limit 2)I feel like we normally can get as low as $0.50/block around this time of year, but we really haven't seen coupons yet, so this may be as good as it gets for the time being... Hopefully toward Christmas we'll see the sales get better!

Reddi-Wip Topping $1.99
Use the $0.25 coupon from the 11/14 SS (will double to $0.50)
Final price: $1.49!Plus, get $1 off a Marie Callendar's Fruit or Cream Pie for $2.98 after the $1 in store coupon when you buy 2 Reddi-Wips!

Food Club Cheese Chunks and Shreds, 6-8 oz $1.67

Meat

Jennie-O Frozen Turkey $0.68/lb (Limit 1)

Gold'n Plump Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks, 24 oz $2
Use the $1 printable
Or the $1 coupon from the 10/16 SS (expires 11/27!)
Final price: $1!

Freezer

Lynden Farms Potatoes, 32 oz $1.44

Food Club Ice Cream, 48 oz $1.98

Household

Brawny Paper Towels, Single Rolls $1.28 (Truckload Buy - End Date Unknown)
Use the $1 printable
Or the $0.50 coupon from the 9/25 SS insert (will double to $1)
Final price: $0.28!

Handi Foil Bakeware Pans, 1-5 ct $1

Ongoing Deals

Nesquik Pouches $0.99 (Regular price)
Use the $0.60 coupon from the 10/16 SS insert (will double to $0.99)
Or the new $0.75 printable (will double to $0.99)
Final price: FREE!

Greek Gods Yogurt, 6 oz $1.49 (through 12/3)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.49

Argo Corn Starch or Baking Powder, 12-16 oz $1.38 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.35 and $0.30 printables
Or the $0.30 coupons from the 10/2, 10/23 and 11/6 SS inserts (will double to $0.60)
Final price: as low as $0.68!

Coffee Mate Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 10/30 RP insert (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Or the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

International Delight Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (Truckload Buy - end date unknown)
Use the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

Hornbacher's automatically doubles coupons every day at all locations. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value. Hornbachers does not accept internet printable coupons for "Free" products. Read Hornbacher's full coupon policy here.

Thanks Lisa for noticing and reminding me that this week's Hornbacher's ad runs through Thursday the 24th!

Jell-O Pudding or Gelatin $0.68
Use the Hornbacher's in ad coupon to save $5 when you buy 10 participating items
Stack with the $1.25/3 printable (no longer available)
Final price: Better than FREE if you have the $1.25/3 printable! (This coupon is also available in a coupon booklet called "Deliciously Simple" found in some stores)Still a great price without other coupons at $0.18!

Swanson Broth, 14 oz can $0.48
Use the $0.50/5 coupon from the 11/6 SS insert (will double to $1/5)
Final price: $0.28 each!

Stove Top Stuffing $0.98
Use the Hornbacher's in ad coupon to save $5 when you buy 10 participating items
Stack with the $1/3 coupon from the 11/20 SS insert
Final price: $0.16!
Even without $1/3 coupon, still only $0.48 each!If you also plan to buy a Butterball turkey, use the $3 off a Butterball Turkey coupon from the 11/13 SS when you buy 4 participating items, including Stove Top Stuffing
Also, be on the lookout for Buy 4, Get 1 FREE coupons on a tearpad near the products in stores

Chex Cereals, 12.8-14 oz $1.98
Use the $1.10/2 printable
Or the $1/2 printable
Or the $1/2 coupon from the 11/13 GM insert
Or the $1/3 from the 10/2 GM and 10/23 SS inserts
Final price: as low as $1.43!

Kraft Mayo and Miracle Whip $2.98
Use the Hornbacher's in ad coupon to save $5 when you buy 10 participating items
Final price: $2.48

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Look for just 1 Proctor and Gamble insert this weekend in your Star Tribune papers. Be sure to check that the insert is in the paper before you buy it.

Normally I recommend buying the Star Tribune on Sunday (for $2), but the same P&G insert should be present in the Fargo Forum on Sunday and also in the St. Paul Pioneer Press (available in MN). The great news is that the Pioneer Press carries it's inserts on Saturday and Sunday! So, you should be able to get the paper today for only $1!

Friday, November 18, 2011

Don't forget to join us tomorrow morning at the West Acres Mall for our November Coupon Swap!

If you're looking for certain coupons, leave a comment on the Coupon Trades Page so others can help you out if they can!

Remember, come as you are. You need not have coupons to swap in order to join us. There are plenty to send around and hopefully you'll find something you can use! Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow anytime between 10 and Noon in the West Acres Food Court!

Thursday, November 17, 2011

This afternoon and evening, head over to the Knutson Center at Concordia College for a 100 Mile Thanksgiving Farmer's Market from 3:30-6:30.

There will be locally grown potatoes, carrots, parsnips, squash, Haralson apples, pumpkins and honey as well as locally made flax crackers, chips and dips. Plus, you can order a free range organic turkey from a local farm that will be delivered fresh next week. We ordered our turkey at this market last year, and while certainly not the cheapest option, the turkey was hands down the best I've ever had.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

There is a new coupon book available at SunMart! Some stores have these located with the weekly ad, some stores are placing them in bags with groceries. There are some Our Family coupons to be used at SunMart, but also lots of Manufacturer coupons which can be used anywhere! All coupons expire 12/31/11.

StumbleUpon is offering a $10 Amazon Gift Card to anyone who gets 5 friends to join through 12/14! StumbleUpon is a FREE website that helps you discover new websites based on your interests and the recommendations of others. I think it's actually pretty neat!

Jennie-O Frozen Turkey $0.68/lb (Limit 1)Hornbacher's has Frozen Turkeys for only $0.64/lb this week, so bring in the Hornbacher's ad and the $0.02 Turkey Insurance coupon (add to your shopping list by clicking the coupon, then print the shopping list) or the paper copy of the coupon from the newspaper ad to get your turkey for only $0.62/lb! Turkey Insurance coupon not available in store!

Milk Bone Dog Treats, 5-6 oz $2.50
Use the $1 coupon from the 11/6 RP insert
Final price: $1.50Plus, buy 2 and get a $3 Catalina coupon at checkout. Like getting both for FREE after catalina and coupon!

Greek Gods Yogurt, 6 oz $1.49 (through 12/3)
Use the $0.50 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.49

Argo Corn Starch or Baking Powder, 12-16 oz $1.38 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.35 and $0.30 printables
Or the $0.30 coupons from the 10/2, 10/23 and 11/6 SS inserts (will double to $0.60)
Final price: as low as $0.68!

Coffee Mate Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (through 11/30)
Use the $0.50 coupon from the 10/30 RP insert (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Or the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

International Delight Creamers, 16 oz $1.88 (Truckload Buy - end date unknown)
Use the $0.55 printable (will double to $1 - may not be accepted in ND)
Final price: $0.88!

Fill the Dome is happening now! Help the youth of our area fill the floor of the Fargodome during the largest running food drive in the FM area! It’s a great way to help the “Great Plains Food Bank” get stocked up on supplies.

Make your non-perishable food donations on Nov 21 at the Fargodome between 9 and 4, at the school of your choice (will go toward that schools totals) or at area Gate City Bank and Sanford Health locations. Or, choose a prepacked donation bag for $10 at Hornbacher's stores from 4-7 on weeknights or 11-5 this weekend. For more info on donations or ways you can help, head over here!

Join me and several others for a Get Together + Coupon Swap this Saturday 11/19 and again 12/17 from 10 AM-Noon at the West Acres Mall! We usually scoot a few tables together in the Food Court and are pretty easy to spot. We were meeting twice a month through the fall, but with November and December being holiday months I think once is plenty. I'd love your opinion on how often we should meet in the spring.

What is a coupon swap? It is a totally informal gathering of coupon friendly folks looking to find some coupons they can use, get organized or just meet other couponers. Bring coupons if you have some to share, we send them around the table taking what we can use and leaving the rest. If you don't have coupons to share, but would like to come you are certainly welcome! There are plenty of coupons to go around!

Also, if you have expired coupons bring them! We collect them and turn them in to a nursing home in the area that collects, clips and sends them overseas to our troops and their families who can use them up to 6 months after the expiration date!

Text DEALS to 62999 to receive a $5 Office Max Gift Card redeemable in stores or online! Note that this offer is only available to the first 10,000 and will sign you up for text deal alerts from Office Max. Mine came via text in just a few minutes!

Hornbacher's automatically doubles coupons every day at all locations. Coupons less than $0.50 double their face value. Coupons with a face value from $0.50-$0.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value. Hornbachers does not accept internet printable coupons for "Free" products. Read Hornbacher's full coupon policy here.

Produce

Cucumbers $0.58 each

Green Peppers $0.68 each

Cantaloupes $0.78/lb

Yams $0.88/lb

Grapefruits $0.88/lb

Honeycrisp Apples $1.58/lb

Wild Harvest Organic Baby Carrots, 16 oz $1.58

Cluster Tomatoes $1.88/lb

Grocery

Pillsbury Family Size Brownies $0.98
Use the $0.35 coupon from the 11/6 RP insert (will double to $0.70)
Final price: $0.28!

In today's Fargo Forum, there was a Coupon Book full of coupons for the 2011-12 Season at Andes Tower Hills in Alexandria, MN! There are coupons for discounted lift tickets, classes and even FREE lift tickets (to be used on certain dates).

Just thought I'd post about it for any who might be interested to pick up a Forum today (11/13) or watch the recycle bins for this coupon book!

Update: There are so many types of items, I couldn't even list them all. Vitacost sells everything from baby items, groceries, vitamins, bath and body and more!

Get $10 off any purchase (stick with a total close to $10 for the best deal), then just pay a flat rate of only $4.99 shipping! Then, create your own referral link to give $10 coupon codes to friends. If they make a purchase, you'll get a $10 account credit as well! What's not to love!?!

Saturday, November 12, 2011

I posted last week about how you could get FREE Nesquik at Cash Wise and now there is another coupon! Plus, a reader commented last week to say that these pouches are also regularly $0.99 at Hornbachers!

Nesquik Pouches $0.99 (Regular price)
Use the $0.60 coupon from the 10/16 SS insert (will double to $0.99)
Or the new $0.75 printable (will double to $0.99)
Final price: FREE!

Look for 2 inserts this weekend in your Star Tribune papers, a SmartSource and a Red Plum insert! Be sure to check that the inserts are in the paper before you buy it. For more on why I recommend buying the Star Tribune, read here.

For the last month or so, the Fargo Forum has been carrying a decent sized Red Plum insert, though the SmartSource insert is still pretty thin compared to the Star Tribune. But it might be worth checking out depending on what coupons you're looking for.

About Me

My name is Sheila. I've always loved a good deal. Yes, I've even been called a cheapskate. But being frugal has it's benefits! Join me here as I post and share local deals with you for the Fargo Moorhead area!